
What’s the rumour?
Barcelona have set sights on signing Moussa Wagué this summer reports Mundo Deprotivo. The Senegal full-back is just 19-years-old.
Reports suggest that Ernesto Valverde wants to play Sergi Roberto as a midfielder again. Thus, the manager wants a right-back signed a back-up for Nelson Semedo.
In case you didn’t know…
Wague is a teenager but still made it to Senegal’s World Cup squad. He played two games and became the youngest African goalscorer at the World Cup. The goal came in a 2-2 draw vs Japan.
The heart of the matter
Mundo Deportivo claims that Barcelona’s general manager Pep Segura is working on the deal to land Wague. The club’s sporting director, Eric Abidal is also said to be on the case and is actively involved in the transfer.
The Spanish website also reports that Wague will be heading to Barcelona’s ‘B’ side this season if the transfer is complete. They will access him before promoting him to the first team next season.
Rumour probability: 8/10
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